For those in emerging adulthood, there's endless pressure from all sides to chase an extraordinary standard in every aspect of life. But writer Rainesford Stauffer says the so-called milestones are more unrealistic than ever. Now's the time for creativity and carving your own path — and she's got some tips from her book, An Ordinary Age, to get you started.

Emerging adults face unrealistic standards, but should focus on creativity and carving their own path, according to Rainesford Stauffer's book, An Ordinary Age.

The case for being ordinary